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Health Sciences - Diagnostic Medical Imaging and Therapy

Flexibility is a hallmark of this degree, which offers online coursework and accepts a significant block of transfer credit for those who are completing or who have completed appropriate community college (or university) diagnostic medical imaging programs. A strong group of health sciences courses includes grounding in human diseases, health care ethics, and more.

University Requirements

To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the liberal studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.

At least 30 units of upper-division courses, which may include transfer work.

At least 30 units of coursework taken through Northern Arizona University, of which at least 18 must be upper-division courses (300-level or above). This requirement is not met by credit-by-exam, retro-credits, transfer coursework, etc.

A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 on all work attempted at Northern Arizona University.

The online B.S. Health Sciences Diagnostic Imaging and Therapy program provides an innovative "upside-down 2+2" curriculum that prepares students to advance their careers in health-related fields. These programs are specifically designed for students who have completed their associate’s degree in an allied health discipline from a regionally-accredited program and who have successfully obtained the related professional license. Our programs provide students with foundational knowledge of health promotion, disease promotion concepts, and understanding of the interconnectedness of personal, family, organizational, community, and societal health. Our students will use this knowledge to work collaboratively to provide comprehensive patient-centered care. While completing this degree, students will expand their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills and enhance their ability to communicate effectively with others in order to provide excellent care for their patients. We specialize in preparing students in enhancing their careers with an understanding of the importance of leadership and interprofessional teamwork among health professionals, as well as skills to sustain personal health and well-being.

Identify the stress-related consequences of personality and temperament.

Implement various stress management techniques and interventions.

Details

Additional Admission Requirements

Admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.

To be eligible for this academic plan, students must be admitted to, enrolled in, or be graduates from an associate's degree program at a regionally accredited community college or university in an allied health discipline corresponding with your certification/licensure:

Diagnostic medical imaging and therapy

Additionally, a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA in your associate's degree is required for admission to this degree plan.

Major Requirements

Northern Arizona University will accept up to 90 units of transfer credit toward the completion of this degree.

Take the following 30 units with a Grade of "C" or better in each course:

Any other Health Sciences (HS) or Fitness Wellness (FW) courses at the 300-level or higher (6 units)

In addition, complete the Diagnostic Medical Imaging and Therapy requirements from a nationally accredited program at a regionally accredited community college or university. This block includes courses that meet the requirements for graduation and for national certification or licensure in the discipline.

Note: Prior to beginning the HS 460C capstone course, students must have completed their Associate's degree and hold a current certificate or licensure in Diagnostic Medical Imaging and Therapy. The student is also required to have a current cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible to enroll in HS 460C.

General Electives

Additional coursework is required, if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.Â

You may take these remaining courses from any academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you. (Please note that you may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.)

Note: Prior to beginning the HS 460C capstone course, students must have completed their Associate's degree and hold a current certificate or licensure in Allied Health. The student is also required to have a current cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher to be eligible to enroll in HS 460C.

Additional Information

Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also take. For prerequisite information click on the course or see your advisor.